Book Creation
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Chris BairdSelf-publisher and coach. He has published 230 books and sold over 50,000 copies. About Chris
Do I need to copyright my self-published book?
No, your book is protected the moment it is written. Add a copyright page, and learn when optional US registration matters. This is not legal advice.
Which Kind Of Books Or Genres Are More Successful When Self-Published?
The best genre is one where many readers buy and few books compete. Here is how I check demand, why I stay in one genre, and why nonfiction is easier.
Am I allowed to use an alias when using Amazon’s KDP service?
Yes, you can publish on Amazon KDP under a pen name. Your account needs your legal name, the author field does not. Why I wish I had used one earlier.
12 Top Reasons You Should Be Self Publishing On Kindle To Make Money Online
Why self-publish on Kindle? It is free to start, has no gatekeepers, pays 70% on ebooks priced $2.99 to $12.99, and you keep full rights and control.
7 Tips From Successful Self-Published Authors
Seven habits of successful self-published authors: write daily, write what readers want, build a series, hire an editor and cover designer, offer a free book.
4 Self-Publishing Secrets: Audiobooks, Pricing, Keywords
Make audiobooks, price ebooks for a healthy margin, pick keywords before you write, and keep practicing. Why the four still work for new authors.
Start with the free checklist
The checklist is the 12 steps I follow for every book I publish, from choosing a topic that already sells to setting up the book's marketing. It is free, and you get it straight away.